Product design insight: Running shoes need wear indicators
dbasch · x · 2026-08-27
This post suggests a product design improvement: running shoes should be replaced every 300-500 miles, yet few come with a wear indicator like some razor blades. The author argues that this 'replace me soon' UX pattern should be more prevalent, as it would improve user experience and likely drive sales.
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